Update: 37-Year-Old Man Shot and Killed by Border Patrol Officers in Minneapolis, DHS Says

Minneapolis, MN (MinnesotaNow)- A federal agent was reportedly involved in a shooting in Minneapolis Saturday morning.

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So far limited information is available, however a social media post published by the City of Minneapolis indicates the city is "aware of reports of another shooting involving federal law enforcement."

The location of the reported shooting is in the area of 26th Street W and Nicollet Ave. Details regarding the events that led up to the apparent shooting are not available.

City officials say they are working to confirm additional details and are asking the public to "remain calm and avoid the immediate area."

Gov. Tim Walz indicated he spoke with the White House after a "another horrific shooting by federal agents this morning."

The Governor re-upped his call on federal agents to leave the Twin Cities.

Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara has said the man shot by the agent has died. (Warning embedded video contains disturbing footage and profane language. Viewer discretion advised)

The Department of Homeland Security is confirming the person was killed in the shooting. A social media post from the agency says he was armed with a "a 9 mm semi-automatic handgun."

Federal officials say he approached U.S. Boarder Patrol officers who were conducting a "targeted operation." The agents attempted to disarm the man but he resisted, DHS says.

DHS says they plan to release more information about the struggle that preceded the deadly shooting at a later time.

During a news conference Saturday morning, Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara described the person killed as a "37-year-old white male who is a Minneapolis resident." O'Hara also said limited information obtained by Minneapolis police also indicates the man is believed to be a U.S. citizen.

He said the man was taken to a hospital with multiple gunshot wounds and was pronounced deceased at the hospital. O'Hara said they believe the man had a permit to carry and called him a "lawful gun owner."

O'Hara called on federal agents to operate "with the same discipline humanity and integrity that effective law enforcement in this country demands.

O'Hara also said an unlawful assembly is occurring in the area of the shooting and that dispersal orders have been given. He also called on the community to remain peaceful.

Federal officials also reported a crowd had gathered in the area.

This is a developing story. Stay with KROC News for new information as it surfaces.